Creek Bend → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Behr Creek Bend (PPU11-15), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Creek Bend
If you love Behr Creek Bend but need a Benjamin Moore alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Creek Bend (PPU11-15) is a medium green with soft green undertones. A soft green-gray. Natural and calming. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 42) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Creek Bend and every Benjamin Moore color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Aganthus Green (472) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Aganthus Green is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Creek Bend
Aganthus Green is similar.
| Creek Bend | Aganthus Green | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 42 | 44.12 |
| Hex | #B7BEB2 | #B9C2B4 |
| Undertone | Soft Green | Soft Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Creek Bend has soft green undertones. A soft green-gray. Natural and calming.
Aganthus Green has soft sage undertones. A muted sage green. Lighter than Sandy Hook Gray, greener than October Mist.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Creek Bend in Your Room
Gentle green. Reads as a green-tinted gray in most rooms.
Aganthus Green in Your Room
Soft and natural. The sage quality is pleasant and never overwhelming.
LRV and Brightness
Creek Bend has an LRV of 42, while Aganthus Green has an LRV of 44.12. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Creek Bend
Behr recommends Creek Bend for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, nursery, living room. With an LRV of 42, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Aganthus Green is recommended for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living room, nursery. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Creek Bend in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Creek Bend (PPU11-15) is Aganthus Green (472) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Aganthus Green is similar. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Creek Bend is a Behr color with soft green undertones and an LRV of 42. Aganthus Green is a Benjamin Moore color with soft sage undertones and an LRV of 44.12. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.